18119377. VEHICLE SEATING ASSEMBLY simplified abstract (Ford Global Technologies, LLC)
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VEHICLE SEATING ASSEMBLY
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VEHICLE SEATING ASSEMBLY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18119377 titled 'VEHICLE SEATING ASSEMBLY
Simplified Explanation:
The patent application describes a vehicle seating assembly with adjustable front and rear regions of the seat using a gear mechanism.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Seatback pivotable relative to the seat
- Track assembly coupling seat to vehicle floor
- Front and rear anchors engaging with track assembly
- Adjustable position of seat relative to anchors
- Gear mechanism for adjusting seat position
Potential Applications: This technology can be used in various vehicles such as cars, trucks, buses, and trains to provide adjustable seating for passengers.
Problems Solved: This technology solves the problem of fixed seating positions in vehicles by allowing for adjustable front and rear regions of the seat.
Benefits:
- Enhanced comfort for passengers
- Improved ergonomics for different body types
- Increased flexibility in seating arrangements
Commercial Applications: Potential commercial applications include automotive industry suppliers, vehicle manufacturers, and public transportation companies looking to enhance passenger comfort and flexibility in seating configurations.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or research on adjustable seating mechanisms in vehicles, ergonomic seating designs, and gear mechanisms for seat adjustments.
Frequently Updated Research: Research on advancements in seating technology, automotive interior design trends, and ergonomic studies related to seating comfort may be relevant to this technology.
Questions about Vehicle Seating Assembly: 1. How does the gear mechanism in this seating assembly work? 2. What are the potential safety implications of adjustable seating in vehicles?
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle seating assembly includes a seat, a seatback, a track assembly, a front anchor, a rear anchor, and a first gear. The seatback is coupled to the seat. The seatback is pivotable relative to the seat. The track assembly is configured to couple the seat to a floor of a vehicle. The rear anchor is coupled to the seat and configured to engage with the track assembly. The front anchor is coupled to the seat and configured to engage with the track assembly. A position of the seat relative to the front anchor and the second anchor is adjustable. The first gear extends between the front anchor and the seat. The first gear defines a guide slot therein that receives a guide pin. Movement of the first gear adjusts a position of a front region of the seat relative to a rear region of the seat.
